How To Fix GR658 - Row & contains formulas in more than one characteristic

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GR - Report Writer

• Message number: 658

• Message text: Row & contains formulas in more than one characteristic

What causes this issue?

You cannot enter a formula in more than one characteristic of a
multi-dimension set that is used as a row set.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Correct your row set.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GR658 - Row & contains formulas in more than one characteristic ?

  The SAP error message GR658 indicates that there is an issue with the data in a particular row of a report or a data entry screen, specifically that the row contains formulas in more than one characteristic. This typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BPC (Business Planning and Consolidation) when dealing with planning functions or data entry forms.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when a row in a planning layout or data entry form has multiple characteristics that are trying to use formulas simultaneously. In SAP, each row in a planning layout is expected to have a single formula associated with it for a specific characteristic. When more than one characteristic in the same row has a formula, the system cannot process it correctly, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GR658 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review the Planning Layout: Check the planning layout or data